Parade of Lights

Parade floats illuminated with light along a street celebrating the start of the holiday season.

5th Annual Parade of Lights
Saturday, Nov. 18 | 5 - 7pm

Celebrate the holiday season with the 5th annual Fairfield Parade of Lights! The parade steps off at 6pm from Waterworks Park with vendors, performances, and activities (including a meet and greet with a penguin from Newport Aquarium!) starting at 5pm at Village Green Park and the Fairfield Community Arts Center.


Want to be part of the 2023 Fairfield Parade of Lights? 

We are looking to include art and cultural organizations, schools, community groups, and City departments with illuminated floats, vehicles, performances, and more!

To be a parade participant, fill out the form at https://form.jotform.com/231905795977172
Deadline to register for the parade is Friday, Nov. 10. 


Holiday Shop

This year, we will once again include a "Holiday Shop" as part of the event and we are looking for vendors with holiday items. 

To be a vendor at the Holiday Shop, fill out the form at https://form.jotform.com/231905566642157.
Deadline to register for the Holiday Shop is Tuesday, Oct. 31. 



Past Parade Float Champions

Community Entry Champions
  • BHI General Contracting. 2022
  • Fairfield City Schools, 2021
  • Fairfield City Schools, 2020
  • Exquisite Lawn Care Services, 2019
City Department Champions
  • Fairfield Parks & Recreation, 2022
  • Fairfield Police Department, 2021
  • Fairfield Public Utilities, 2020
  • Fairfield Parks & Recreation, 2019